Espeon – SM Black Star Promos (#SM35)

Espeon Pokémon card — SM Black Star Promos #SM35, Promo
Illustration Rare artwork showcased in the Scarlet & Violet: SM Black Star Promos expansion.

Price Overview & Key Facts

Espeon (#SM35) is a Promo card from Sun & Moon - SM Black Star Promos released in 2017. It showcases artwork by 5ban Graphics and the Psybeam attack (30 damage), Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Confused.. TCGplayer market price sits around $14.16, Cardmarket average sale is €15.92, Floor listings start near €4.00.

  • TCGplayer market price: $14.16
  • Cardmarket trend price: €15.60
  • Recent low listing: €4.00
Current Prices: €15.60 (CM) $14.16 (TCG)

Card Details

Set
SM Black Star Promos
Card Number
SM35
Rarity
✨ Promo
Illustrator
🎨 5ban Graphics
HP
200
Type
🔮 Psychic
Weaknesses
Psychic ×2
Retreat Cost
1 (Colorless)

Attacks & Strategy

  • Psybeam [Psychic] — 30
    Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Confused.
  • Psychic [Psychic, Colorless, Colorless] — 60+
    This attack does 30 more damage times the number of Energy attached to your opponent's Active Pokémon.
  • Divide-GX [Psychic, Colorless, Colorless]
    Put 10 damage counters on your opponent's Pokémon in any way you like. (You can't use more than 1 GX attack in a game.)

💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential

Espeon from SM Black Star Promos (Promo) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2017, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator 5ban Graphics.

Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.

Investment Considerations: Mid-range TCG cards often provide balanced risk-reward profiles for collectors.

⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability

This Espeon SM35 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.

Key Attack: Espeon's Psybeam deals 30 damage for Psychic energy. Special effect: Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Confused.

Stats Overview: 200 HP • Psychic Type • Weak to Psychic ×2

Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.

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�📦 SM Black Star Promos Set Context

This Espeon is part of the SM Black Star Promos expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2017.

Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by 5ban Graphics, whose distinctive illustration style has made their cards highly collectible. Explore more cards illustrated by this artist to discover similar art styles and collecting themes.

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💎 Professional Grading Guide

Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Espeon card. Here's what you need to know:

🥇 PSA (Professional Sports Authenticator)

Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x

Best for: High-value cards, modern sets

🥈 BGS (Beckett Grading Services)

Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x

Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering

🥉 CGC (Certified Guaranty Company)

Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 1.5-3x

Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk

💡 Should You Grade This Card?

  • Yes, consider grading if: Card value exceeds $20 and is in excellent condition
  • Grading cost: $20-100+ per card (depending on service level)
  • Break-even point: Card should be worth $50+ raw to justify grading costs
  • Turnaround time: 2 weeks to 6 months depending on service

Collector Notes

  • Promo cards from SM Black Star Promos are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
  • The illustration by 5ban Graphics resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
  • Psychic typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.

📚 Card History & Trivia

Release Information: Espeon SM35 was released in 2017 in the SM Black Star Promos expansion. This set is part of the Sun & Moon series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.

Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by 5ban Graphics. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →

Set Popularity: SM Black Star Promos represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.

Competitive History: Psychic type Pokémon like Espeon with high HP make excellent tank options in competitive play, often serving as cornerstone Pokémon in control decks. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.

🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building

Maximize the value and playability of your Espeon card with these essential products:

🎴 Card Protection
  • Penny sleeves: Basic protection
  • Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
  • Top loaders: Display & storage
📦 Storage Solutions
  • Binders with side-loading pages
  • Storage boxes (800-count)
  • ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
  • Premium display cases
⚔️ Deck Building
  • Pair with Psychic energy cards
  • Energy acceleration trainers
  • Draw support & consistency cards

💡 Deck Building Tip: Espeon works best in Psychic type decks. With high HP, consider including healing and damage reduction cards to maximize survivability. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.

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